Hobsbawm, E.J.
The Age of Capital, 1848-75
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349104805
- author:
- Hobsbawm, E.J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 413
- Dimensions:
- 13.1 x 20 x 2.6 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Economic history
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Age of Capital, 1848-1875 by Eric J. Hobsbawm The years 1848-1875 marked a pivotal moment in world history, as the concept of capitalism began to shape the global economy and society. Hobsbawm's comprehensive analysis explores the rise of capitalism and its far-reaching consequences. At the heart of this period was the idea that economic growth was driven by competitive private enterprise, with the goal of buying everything in the cheapest market and selling it in the dearest. This approach was seen as a key to creating a world of material plenty, enlightenment, and human opportunity. However, this vision of capitalism was based on the assumption that a bourgeoisie composed of those who had risen to their position through energy, merit, and intelligence would maintain its power and create a society of continuous progress.
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